The Difference Between Fitness Pilates Reformer & Level 3 Reformer Qualificaton

Fitness Pilates Reformer Certification

Cost: £499
Pre-requisites: Fitness Pilates or Level 3 Pilates
Endorsed by: EMD UK
Outcome: Fitness Pilates Reformer Certified

Type:
Professional certification, created and delivered by Rachel Holmes & Choreographytogo.

Awarding Body:
Endorsed by EMD UK.

Entry Requirements:
Level 2 Group Exercise, Fitness Pilates, or Level 3 Pilates Mat.

Focus:

• Teaching the Fitness Pilates approach using the reformer

• Combining contemporary Pilates principles with traditional reformer exercises

• Class design, cueing, and delivery for general populations and multi-level groups

• Emphasis on inclusivity, accessibility, and creative teaching methods

• Teaching safe, effective, and progressive Fitness Pilates Reformer exercises

Assessment:

• Practical video submission and case study

• Focus on teaching skills, class design, and practical delivery

• Enables instructors to teach Fitness Pilates Reformer classes in studios, home studios, gyms, and online

YMCA Level 3 Certificate in Instructing Studio Reformer: Group

Type:
Ofqual-regulated, nationally recognised qualification

Awarding Body:
YMCA Awards

Entry Requirements:
Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing or equivalent, or Level 3 Pilates Mat

Focus:

• Training instructors to deliver safe and effective group reformer Pilates sessions

• In-depth anatomy and physiology as relevant to reformer Pilates

• Health, safety, and professional practice

• Planning, teaching, and evaluating group reformer classes

• Understanding adaptations for different populations and needs

Assessment:

• Worksheets, practical demonstration, session planning, and professional discussion

• Typically involves both theory and practical exams, plus observed teaching

• Includes filming a class of you teaching six people on the reformer

Recognition:

• Nationally recognised and mapped to UK Active’s professional standards